Dora Jackson RMT

19/06/2025

Have you heard of predictive processing? It essentially how we perceive, process, and respond to internal and external stimuli. And massage therapy can play a pivotal role in it.

This excellent article by Richard Lebert RMT explains how.

The notion of the brain as a "prediction machine" forms the basis for several interconnected theories, such as the Bayesian brain, predictive brain, predictive processing, predictive coding, and active inference. This is an underlying concept to modern cognitive science and it can provide

18/05/2025

Osteoarthritis and exercise are a good mix. It’s true. As with any movement strategy, start moderately and build slowly. Your muscles and joints will thank you.

18/04/2025

Move every day - simple as that.

04/04/2025

Achy feet? Try these ideas

7 Pain-Releasing Exercises for Your Achy Feet

30/03/2025

Pain is weird. Everyone seems to experience it differently and understanding those differences are a major tool in lessening the pain experience, especially in those with chronic pain. Our expectations play a big role in how we experience pain and some research suggests that mitigating expectations can affect the pain experience, especially in those who are anxious and fearful.

People who have negative expectations about a treatment actually experience more pain. Merve Karacaoglu discovered in her PhD research that anxious and pessimistic individuals are particularly susceptible to this nocebo effect. However, this sensitivity comes with a silver lining.

01/01/2025

Reality is under no obligation to conform to our desires

When we’re faced with evidence that conflicts with core values or beliefs, we often find ways to deceive ourselves. We cherry pick evidence and retreat into communities that confirm our desired truths to avoid the discomfort of being wrong.

A key aspect of critical thinking is being aware of the ways our emotions, biases, values, and identity needs can drive our reasoning. Reality is under no obligation to conform with our desires.

Comic: Beatrice the Biologist

28/12/2024

I’m a few days late with this but I couldn’t resist 😂

Merry Christmas! 🎄